Scrub 4 medium potatoes (6 to 8 ounces each), pat dry, then prick with a fork. Bake on a baking sheet at 425°F 40 to 60 minutes, or until tender. To serve, roll each potato gently under a towel ...

Sweet potatoes take 15-20 minutes to boil and are done when a fork or knife slides in easily with no resistance. If mashing, they should be soft enough to break apart easily.

Combine boiled sweet potatoes with brown rice and black beans for a healthy veggie taco. Use a slow cooker to make a stew with sweet potatoes, tomatoes, chickpeas, ginger, and spices.

In a large pot, boil sweet potatoes in water to cover until fork-tender, 20 to 45 minutes depending upon their size. Drain and cool.